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The Sr. Manager, Digital Infrastructure, reports to the Global Director of Infrastructure & Operations and is based in Avon Lake, Ohio. This role leads Avient's Global Infrastructure Governance function. It oversees the cloud, datacenter, compute, enterprise backup, and Microsoft 365 & collaboration platforms that serve approximately 9,000 associates at 130 facilities in more than 40 countries worldwide. The Sr. Manager leads a team of 5 direct reports across the US, Europe, China and India, governs a managed service provider team of approximately 50 resources, and manages an annual budget of approximately $20M. Working closely with Cybersecurity, Architecture, Applications and Procurement, this leader will modernize our infrastructure, build security in from the start, control cost, and hold delivery to high standards. Success is measured by the reliability of the environment and the predictability of delivery. It's an opportunity to bring new thinking, challenge the status quo, and make an impact across IT and the business.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Leadership
- In collaboration with the Infrastructure Architect and Cybersecurity, establish and execute a Digital Infrastructure strategy and roadmap (cloud, datacenter, compute, storage, backup and collaboration) aligned with business objectives and industry best practice.
- Lead, develop and hold accountable a global team; set clear priorities and build strong governance and oversight of external service providers.
- Participate in the IT strategic planning and budgeting process.
Cloud, Datacenter & Modernization
- Own Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud governance, including subscription and network design oversight, role-based access, platform security services, and cloud cost optimization (FinOps).
- Oversee datacenter, server and plant computer-room infrastructure globally, including hardware lifecycle and refresh, third-party maintenance, power/UPS, and infrastructure supporting manufacturing systems (e.g., MES) in partnership with operational technology (OT) security.
- Drive modernization programs such as server operating system upgrades, application and infrastructure rationalization and cloud migration, observability and monitoring, and certificate lifecycle management.
- Champion automation of routine infrastructure and collaboration tasks (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation and AI-enabled tools) to improve reliability, reduce manual effort and limit dependency on individual expertise.
- Ensure enterprise backup, disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities are designed, regularly tested and documented to meet business and compliance requirements.
Microsoft 365 & Collaboration
- Serve as service owner for the Microsoft 365 collaboration portfolio (Exchange Online/Hybrid, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams Rooms), including governance, lifecycle management and global standards such as data retention, and support the SharePoint-based intranet initiative.
- Partner with Cybersecurity, which owns identity and access management (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID, single sign-on, conditional access and privileged access), to ensure infrastructure and collaboration services align with identity standards. [Confirm whether endpoint management (Intune / Autopilot) is in scope for this role.]
Service Management, Vendors & Governance
- Govern managed service providers against contracts, SLAs and KPIs through regular service reviews, knowledge-transfer validation, quality scorecards and escalation management.
- Oversee IT service management (ITIL) processes, including incident, problem, request and change management, and the Change Advisory Board, so they are followed consistently, and response and resolution performance is measured and reported.
- Manage Microsoft enterprise licensing agreements (true-ups, billing reconciliation and license optimization) and infrastructure vendor relationships and renewals; partner with Strategic Sourcing on quotes, purchase orders, contracts and capital planning.
Security, Risk & Compliance
- Embed security-by-design in partnership with Cybersecurity, ensuring new, changed and third-party hosted infrastructure meets Avient security baselines (endpoint detection and response, access controls and logging).
- Own SOX IT general controls within area of responsibility and install recurring control routines — access and privileged account reviews, change management evidence and software license compliance — supporting internal and external audits with documented evidence and timely remediation.
- Support NIST Cybersecurity Framework maturity, vulnerability and patch management, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., EU NIS2).
- Identify and address shadow-IT risks and ensure new tools and services are reviewed under Avient’s IT and AI policies.
General
- Ability to work highly effectively, with minimal supervision, across various global virtual teams.
- Flexibility to work across time zones, including participating in off-hour activities if appropriate.
- Potential global travel up to 10%.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in Manufacturing or similar industry.
- 10+ years of progressive technical experience across infrastructure disciplines (cloud, datacenter, compute/virtualization, storage/backup and Microsoft 365).
- 3+ years of people leadership experience managing technical teams required; 5+ years leading global or multi-site teams preferred, including demonstrable high quality staff management.
- Proven experience governing outsourced or managed service providers against SLAs and contracts.
- Strong background in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, including Microsoft enterprise licensing.
- Experience with environments segmented between IT and OT.
- Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management practices; ITIL certification preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure, cloud security) are a benefit.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong process and internal customer focus.
- Experience in infrastructure project management, planning, and execution, with proven ability to deliver results on time and within budget.
- Financial acumen: budgeting, capital planning, cloud cost optimization, vendor negotiation and renewals.
- Working knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (NIST CSF, SOX IT general controls) and security-by-design practices.
- Hands-on scripting and automation experience (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation) and interest in applying AI-enabled tools to operations.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and to set clear expectations in writing.
- Demonstrated experience working and collaborating within a global enterprise with diverse teams.
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
INTRODUCTION
The Sr. Manager, Digital Infrastructure, reports to the Global Director of Infrastructure & Operations and is based in Avon Lake, Ohio. This role leads Avient's Global Infrastructure Governance function. It oversees the cloud, datacenter, compute, enterprise backup, and Microsoft 365 & collaboration platforms that serve approximately 9,000 associates at 130 facilities in more than 40 countries worldwide. The Sr. Manager leads a team of 5 direct reports across the US, Europe, China and India, governs a managed service provider team of approximately 50 resources, and manages an annual budget of approximately $20M. Working closely with Cybersecurity, Architecture, Applications and Procurement, this leader will modernize our infrastructure, build security in from the start, control cost, and hold delivery to high standards. Success is measured by the reliability of the environment and the predictability of delivery. It's an opportunity to bring new thinking, challenge the status quo, and make an impact across IT and the business.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Leadership
- In collaboration with the Infrastructure Architect and Cybersecurity, establish and execute a Digital Infrastructure strategy and roadmap (cloud, datacenter, compute, storage, backup and collaboration) aligned with business objectives and industry best practice.
- Lead, develop and hold accountable a global team; set clear priorities and build strong governance and oversight of external service providers.
- Participate in the IT strategic planning and budgeting process.
Cloud, Datacenter & Modernization
- Own Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud governance, including subscription and network design oversight, role-based access, platform security services, and cloud cost optimization (FinOps).
- Oversee datacenter, server and plant computer-room infrastructure globally, including hardware lifecycle and refresh, third-party maintenance, power/UPS, and infrastructure supporting manufacturing systems (e.g., MES) in partnership with operational technology (OT) security.
- Drive modernization programs such as server operating system upgrades, application and infrastructure rationalization and cloud migration, observability and monitoring, and certificate lifecycle management.
- Champion automation of routine infrastructure and collaboration tasks (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation and AI-enabled tools) to improve reliability, reduce manual effort and limit dependency on individual expertise.
- Ensure enterprise backup, disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities are designed, regularly tested and documented to meet business and compliance requirements.
Microsoft 365 & Collaboration
- Serve as service owner for the Microsoft 365 collaboration portfolio (Exchange Online/Hybrid, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams Rooms), including governance, lifecycle management and global standards such as data retention, and support the SharePoint-based intranet initiative.
- Partner with Cybersecurity, which owns identity and access management (e.g., Microsoft Entra ID, single sign-on, conditional access and privileged access), to ensure infrastructure and collaboration services align with identity standards. [Confirm whether endpoint management (Intune / Autopilot) is in scope for this role.]
Service Management, Vendors & Governance
- Govern managed service providers against contracts, SLAs and KPIs through regular service reviews, knowledge-transfer validation, quality scorecards and escalation management.
- Oversee IT service management (ITIL) processes, including incident, problem, request and change management, and the Change Advisory Board, so they are followed consistently, and response and resolution performance is measured and reported.
- Manage Microsoft enterprise licensing agreements (true-ups, billing reconciliation and license optimization) and infrastructure vendor relationships and renewals; partner with Strategic Sourcing on quotes, purchase orders, contracts and capital planning.
Security, Risk & Compliance
- Embed security-by-design in partnership with Cybersecurity, ensuring new, changed and third-party hosted infrastructure meets Avient security baselines (endpoint detection and response, access controls and logging).
- Own SOX IT general controls within area of responsibility and install recurring control routines — access and privileged account reviews, change management evidence and software license compliance — supporting internal and external audits with documented evidence and timely remediation.
- Support NIST Cybersecurity Framework maturity, vulnerability and patch management, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., EU NIS2).
- Identify and address shadow-IT risks and ensure new tools and services are reviewed under Avient’s IT and AI policies.
General
- Ability to work highly effectively, with minimal supervision, across various global virtual teams.
- Flexibility to work across time zones, including participating in off-hour activities if appropriate.
- Potential global travel up to 10%.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in Manufacturing or similar industry.
- 10+ years of progressive technical experience across infrastructure disciplines (cloud, datacenter, compute/virtualization, storage/backup and Microsoft 365).
- 3+ years of people leadership experience managing technical teams required; 5+ years leading global or multi-site teams preferred, including demonstrable high quality staff management.
- Proven experience governing outsourced or managed service providers against SLAs and contracts.
- Strong background in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, including Microsoft enterprise licensing.
- Experience with environments segmented between IT and OT.
- Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management practices; ITIL certification preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure, cloud security) are a benefit.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong process and internal customer focus.
- Experience in infrastructure project management, planning, and execution, with proven ability to deliver results on time and within budget.
- Financial acumen: budgeting, capital planning, cloud cost optimization, vendor negotiation and renewals.
- Working knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (NIST CSF, SOX IT general controls) and security-by-design practices.
- Hands-on scripting and automation experience (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation) and interest in applying AI-enabled tools to operations.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and to set clear expectations in writing.
- Demonstrated experience working and collaborating within a global enterprise with diverse teams.
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
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Target roles in specialty materials and polymer science
Avient's sponsorship activity is concentrated in technical disciplines tied to its core chemicals and materials business. Roles in polymer formulation, materials engineering, and R&D are the strongest fit for candidates seeking visa-sponsored positions.
Understand which visa types Avient works with
Avient sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 visas. If you're on OPT or CPT, apply early, many materials companies fill technical roles before OPT windows close, leaving little room for late applicants.
Lead with technical depth, not just willingness to relocate
Avient operates in a specialized materials space where domain expertise matters more than availability. Candidates with backgrounds in polymer chemistry, compounding, or performance materials will stand out over generalist applicants when sponsorship decisions are made.
Apply during peak hiring cycles for technical roles
Chemicals and materials companies like Avient tend to hire on project and budget cycles. Targeting applications in Q1 and early Q3 aligns with when technical headcount decisions are most active and sponsorship approvals are more likely to be in scope.
Browse verified sponsors before applying broadly
Not every materials company openly sponsors visas, even if they hire internationally. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history and focus your effort on employers like Avient that have a confirmed track record.
Prepare for a structured hiring process in a regulated industry
Avient operates in a regulated chemicals and materials environment, which means hiring tends to be methodical. Expect technical interviews, potential background checks, and a longer decision timeline, build this into your OPT or visa status planning accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Avient sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Avient sponsors H-1B visas. The company has an active sponsorship track record, particularly for technical roles in its chemicals and materials operations. If you're an international candidate with a specialty occupation background, H-1B sponsorship through Avient is a realistic pathway, though availability depends on the role and timing of your application.
Which visa types does Avient sponsor?
Avient sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN visa, and J-1 visas. This range makes Avient a practical option for candidates at different stages of their immigration journey, from students on CPT to experienced professionals pursuing H-1B sponsorship. Canadian and Mexican nationals should also consider the TN visa pathway, which is faster and avoids the H-1B lottery.
Which departments or roles at Avient are most likely to receive visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at Avient is most common in technical and engineering functions tied to its specialty polymer and materials business. Roles in materials science, chemical engineering, R&D, and process engineering tend to align with the company's H-1B filing profile. Corporate and administrative roles are less commonly sponsored. Candidates with niche expertise in polymer formulation or performance materials have the strongest case.
How do I find open visa-sponsored jobs at Avient?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find visa-sponsored jobs at Avient. The platform filters roles by verified sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will actually support your application. You can browse Avient's open positions alongside other confirmed sponsors in the chemicals and materials space and apply with confidence that sponsorship is on the table.
How do I time my application to Avient if I'm on F-1 OPT?
Apply as early as possible in your OPT window. Avient's hiring process for technical roles in the chemicals and materials sector tends to be thorough, with multiple interview rounds and internal approvals before an offer is extended. Waiting until your OPT is nearly expired leaves little room for the H-1B petition process to begin. Aim to have an offer in hand with at least six months remaining on your OPT authorization.